Friends of Burton Manor Gardens

Burton Manor house dates back to 1904, when it was created by the youngest son of Prime Minister William Gladstone, as an enlargement of the original Burton Hall, dating from 1805. In 1948 it became an adult education college running day and residential courses. The college closed in 2011, and for many years has been offered for sale by the owners, Liverpool City Council.

The Friends of Burton Manor Gardens, a volunteer group, are dedicated to restoring and maintaining the gardens around the Manor. Much restoration work has already been achieved, including the Walled Garden. With the help of Heritage Lottery Funding, a large Edwardian glasshouse, big enough for use as a greenhouse and a daytime education facility has been restored to its original design. Further restoration is in hand, including the 19th Century underground Icehouse and the historic Orchard.